{"product_id":"cheriyal-farmer-painting","title":"Traditional Farmer Plowing the Field - Cheriyal Folk Art Painting","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Cheriyal Farmer Plowing Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheriyal Farmer Plowing Painting reflects the vibrant scroll painting tradition of Cheriyal and the storytelling heritage of Telangana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Telangana folk art painting is linked to traditional storytellers who used painted scrolls to narrate mythological and local tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese paintings are usually made on long vertical scrolls of khadi cloth, prepared with tamarind seed paste, rice starch, and white clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis careful surface treatment creates a smooth base that supports the bold colors, clear detailing, and lasting visual appeal of the art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThemes in Cheriyal art draw from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, regional folklore, social customs, and occupational stories of communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style features bold outlines, flat figures, and bright colors, with red backgrounds that make the scenes striking and easy to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman figures are shown with large expressive eyes and simple but lively forms, giving each scene clarity, charm, and strong visual energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, each scroll was divided into panels, with every panel narrating one part of a story as performers unfolded it gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis art form was not only decorative but also served as an important source of education and entertainment in rural society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe craft is hereditary and has been preserved for generations by skilled artisan families who continue to protect its identity and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough traditional storytelling practices declined, Cheriyal art adapted to modern tastes and now appears as paintings, masks, and decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis artwork reflects the cultural values, beliefs, and everyday lifestyle of Telangana’s rural communities through strong regional imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a Cheriyal rural life artwork and a farmer plowing field painting that brings village character and cultural storytelling into décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognized for its cultural importance, Cheriyal art received the Geographical Indication tag in 2007 and was assigned GI number 69.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis recognition highlights its authenticity and regional identity while strengthening its place in India’s celebrated traditional art heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Cheriyal art stands as a symbol of Telangana’s artistic legacy and continues to gain appreciation in India and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also suits interiors seeking cultural storytelling wall art, rural farming wall decor, and handmade village farming art with heritage value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, this art form dates back to the 16th–17th century and flourished during the medieval era of visual storytelling in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/search?q=cheriyal+art\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;type=product\u0026amp;id=45156349411375\u0026amp;quantity=1\"\u003e Explore Collection \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cheriyal_scroll_painting\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ganesh Cheriyala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45107549274159,"sku":null,"price":1299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9437\/6495\/files\/22_03768b3f-7de8-4ae0-9351-bda88cf83d49.png?v=1774617352","url":"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/products\/cheriyal-farmer-painting","provider":"Krafteria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}